HS Code for Mechanical watch movements

Mechanical watch movements that are complete and assembled are classified under HS code 910890. This code is part of Chapter 91, which deals with horological instruments. Heading 9108 specifically addresses watch movements that are fully assembled. The subheading 910890 is a residual category for movements that are neither electrically operated (such as quartz movements) nor automatic winding. Therefore, it primarily covers manual-wind mechanical movements. The classification is based on the state of assembly (complete), the intended use (for watches), and the mechanism of operation (manual mechanical). To qualify as a watch movement under Chapter Note 3, the movement must be regulated by a balance wheel and hairspring, quartz crystal, or any other system capable of determining intervals of time, and it must not exceed 12mm in thickness or 50mm in width/diameter. Manual movements are distinguished by their reliance on a mainspring that must be tensioned by hand via a crown.

Products Included

• Manual-wind mechanical watch movements
• Hand-wound chronograph movements
• Assembled mechanical movements for pocket watches
• Skeletonized manual watch movements

Common Misclassification

Mechanical watch movements are often confused with automatic winding movements, which are classified under 910820. They are also frequently misclassified with battery-powered (quartz) movements, which fall under 910811 to 910819. Furthermore, if the movement is not fully assembled, it must be classified under heading 9110 as incomplete or partially assembled movements, rather than 910890.

FAQ

What is the HS code for mechanical watch movements?

The HS code for complete and assembled manual mechanical watch movements is 910890.

Are automatic watch movements included in this code?

No, automatic (self-winding) mechanical movements are classified under HS code 910820.